National Pizza Week 2023: Best Pizza In Del Ray, Deals

ALEXANDRIA, VA — There's a whole week dedicated to celebrating one of America's top foods: pizza. National Pizza Week runs during the second week of January, which will fall on Jan. 8 to 14 in 2023.

That means you have an entire week to stop at your favorite pizza restaurant. According to National Day Calendar, over 5 billion pizzas are bought around the world each year. The most popular pizza toppings are cheese, pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms and bacon, while toppings like pineapple can generate strong opinions on both sides in some families.

In Del Ray, there are plenty of places to grab a slice or pie, from beloved locally-owned shops to chains offering up deals for National Pizza Week, courtesy of Offers.com.

Do you have a favorite pizza shop in Del Ray? Let us know in the comments.

Local Pizza Restaurants

• Lena's Wood-Fired Pizza & Tap: Lena's was named best pizza by Alexandria Living Magazine readers. To thank customers, Lena's will host a free pizza party on Tuesday, Jan. 17 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. RSVPs are requested 401 E. Braddock Rd., Alexandria, VA 22301
• Stracci Pizza: This local favorite offers Roman-style pizza from former Vermilion Chef Thomas Cardarelli. 106 Hume Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301
• Del Ray Pizzeria: Various specialty and custom pizzas can be ordered for dine-in or takeout service at this Del Ray staple. 2218 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301
• Piece Out Del Ray: Detroit-style and New York-style pizzas can be chosen at this restaurant from the owners of St. Elmo's Coffee Pub. 2419 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
• Bella Napoli: New York-style pizza is one of the options at this Italian restaurant. 1310 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301
• Sicilian Pizza: Pizza and other food are available for takeout or delivery. 1504 Mount Vernon Ave. B, Alexandria, VA 22301
• Elo's Italian: Focaccia flatbreads are part of the menu at this Italian concept. 1603 Commonwealth Ave., Alexandria, VA 22301
• &pizza: This local chain offers customizable personal pizzas. 3525 Richmond Highway, Alexandria, VA 22305
• Marino's Pizza & Subs: This takeout and delivery spot offers Sicilian pan-style pizza. 3100 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, VA 22305

Pizza Chains around Del Ray

• Toppers Pizza: Choose any two or more large items on Topper’s Pizza menu for $11.99 each. 6676 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria, VA 22306; 3827 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA 22305
• Domino’s Pizza: Get a one-topping carryout pizza for $7.99 each (excluding XL and specialty pizzas). The $7.99 carryout deal also works for new dips and twist combos or eight-count wings. 500 N. Henry St., Alexandria, VA 22314
• Pizza Hut: Enjoy $7.99 Pizza Hut Melts, a Thin ’N Crispy crust loaded with toppings and cheese, folded over and baked with your choice of sauce for dipping. 1049 W. Glebe Rd., Alexandria, VA 22305
• Papa John’s: Get a one-topping hand-stretch NY Style pizza for $15. 4529 Duke St., Alexandria, VA 22304